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2-star property · STOWN TOWN, ZANZIBAR

The Swahili House

Kiponda St, Stone Town, N/A, STOWN TOWN, ZANZIBAR

2 star rating 2-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Bar
24-hour reception
Airport Shuttle
About this hotel

Enjoy a luxurious stay at The Swahili House, nestled in the heart of Zanzibar Town, just steps from Christ Church Cathedral and the Hamamni Persian Baths. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the spa tub, or savor international cuisine at the Rooftop Terrace, our poolside restaurant offering alfresco dining and a bar/lounge. Start your day with a complimentary English breakfast served from 7:30 AM to…

Enjoy a luxurious stay at The Swahili House, nestled in the heart of Zanzibar Town, just steps from Christ Church Cathedral and the Hamamni Persian Baths. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the spa tub, or savor international cuisine at the Rooftop Terrace, our poolside restaurant offering alfresco dining and a bar/lounge. Start your day with a complimentary English breakfast served from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Our 22 individually decorated guest rooms provide complimentary Wi-Fi, phones, safes, and bottled water. Additional amenities include concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and airport shuttle service (surcharge). The hotel is also conveniently located near the Slave Market and Darajani Market.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 13:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
10:00–11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Transfer service charge applies
Amenities & services

42 facilities across 6 categories.

Facilities
19
  • Babysitting service
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Car park
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • Transfer service
  • 24-hour security
  • Wi-fi
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Luggage room
  • Hotel safe
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Clothes dryer
  • 24-hour reception
  • Concierge
Meals
14
  • Full board without drinks
  • Half board without drinks
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Gluten-free meals
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Hot breakfast
  • Set menu dinner
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu lunch
  • À la carte lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast and dinner
Location
4
  • Year of construction (2008)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2013)
  • Total number of rooms (22)
  • Number of floors (main building) (5)
Catering
3
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Bar
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Entertainment
1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
Room types at this hotel

2 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–6
Location

Kiponda St, Stone Town, N/A, STOWN TOWN, ZANZIBAR

Distance from key points
  • Airport
  • Harbour
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 13:00
  • Check-out10:00–11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to Tanzania? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your Tanzania visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Swahili House?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at The Swahili House?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, The Swahili House accepts MasterCard, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does The Swahili House offer?

Key amenities at The Swahili House include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, 24-hour reception. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
Need a hand?

Talk to a Dubai-based concierge.

Not sure on dates, room type, or rate? A real person replies on WhatsApp — same-day, in English, Arabic, or Russian.

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